Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs Kia Optima
Overview | |
MSRP$39,500 | MSRP$22,140 |
Listings473 | Listings242 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.8 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryAs cars lose out to more popular trucks and crossovers, the C-Class sedan is still the best-selling Mercedes-Benz in the U.S. More than 70,000 Americans took a C-Class home in 2016, all of them attracted to this car’s near-perfect blend of comfort, performance, price, and snob appeal. What’s in store for 2017? More of the same—and that’s a very good thing. | |
Reviews SummaryIn almost every respect, the redesigned 2016 Kia Optima is the standard-bearer of the midsize family sedan segment. From its exterior styling and interior design to its safety and infotainment systems, the new Optima is firing on all cylinders. Plus, in Optima Turbo spec, and with a single exception, this car is great to drive. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 185 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5550 rpm | Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City24 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway35 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 185 hp I4 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm | Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5550 rpm | Horsepower185 hp @ 6000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City24 | MPG City24 |
MPG Highway34 | MPG Highway35 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofOptional | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space12.6 cu ft | Cargo Space15.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3417 lbs | Curb Weight3219 lbs |
Height56.8 in | Height57.7 in |
Length184.5 in | Length191.1 in |
Width79.5 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase111.8 in | Wheelbase110.4 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $39,500 | $22,140 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | 8.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | As cars lose out to more popular trucks and crossovers, the C-Class sedan is still the best-selling Mercedes-Benz in the U.S. More than 70,000 Americans took a C-Class home in 2016, all of them attracted to this car’s near-perfect blend of comfort, performance, price, and snob appeal. What’s in store for 2017? More of the same—and that’s a very good thing. | In almost every respect, the redesigned 2016 Kia Optima is the standard-bearer of the midsize family sedan segment. From its exterior styling and interior design to its safety and infotainment systems, the new Optima is firing on all cylinders. Plus, in Optima Turbo spec, and with a single exception, this car is great to drive. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.4L 185 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5550 rpm | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm |
MPG City | 24 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 35 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 2.4L 185 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5550 rpm | 185 hp @ 6000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 24 | 24 |
MPG Highway | 34 | 35 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Optional | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 12.6 cu ft | 15.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3417 lbs | 3219 lbs |
Height | 56.8 in | 57.7 in |
Length | 184.5 in | 191.1 in |
Width | 79.5 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 110.4 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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